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WAIPAHU, Hawaii — Freshman
Jenna Maloy recorded the first goal of her career in the 18th minute that ultimately was the deciding tally on Thursday, Aug. 28, as South Dakota State defeated California Baptist. SDSU's 1-0 win over the Lancers improved the Jackrabbit soccer team to 3-1-1 overall on the season.Â
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South Dakota State registered five shots before finding the back of the net.Â
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Maloy had a shot in the 16th minute ahead of her notching her first collegiate goal in the 18th minute. She was assisted on the score by
Hailee Christensen as the Jackrabbits went ahead 1-0.Â
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Cal Baptist put together five shots in the first half, but just one needed saving by SDSU goalkeeper
Mallorie Benhart who snagged her lone opportunity in the 34th minute.Â
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The Jackrabbits wouldn't allow the Lancers to produce another shot the rest of the match. SDSU eventually finished the contest with a 15-5 shot advantage, including an 8-1 edge in shots on goal.Â
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NOTES
- SDSU is now paced through five matches in scoring by Hailee Christensen. She has eight points this season behind three goals and two assists.Â
- Taylor Thomas was the lone non-goalkeeper to play the full 90 minutes for the Jackrabbits. The senior defender now leads SDSU in minutes played this year with 411.
- Following Thomas in minutes played Thursday were Taryn Hettich (80) and Renny Buchanan (79). Alohi Ramos led the reserves in minutes played appearing on the pitch for 52 minutes.Â
- Emma Brezenski had a team-high four shots. She was followed by Christensen (3) and Maloy (3).
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UP NEXT
South Dakota State closes out its stay in Hawaii on Sunday. The Jackrabbits are slated to take on Northern Arizona at Waipio Peninsula Soccer Stadium at 5 p.m. CT (noon HT).Â
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